Theatre Collapse Kills 108 and Injures 130
A theater collapse leaves 108 dead and 130 injured as rescue teams work through debris. Fire officials and emergency crews coordinate searches and triage at the scene with ongoing casualty tallies.
Winchester Evening Star in Winchester, Virginia
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1922
Page
1
Knickerbocker Theatre Disaster Toll Rises in Washington
Washington reports 104 dead and 130 injured as rescue teams continue sifting the Knickerbocker motion picture theatre debris. Suspected snow conditions and structural collapse trigger Senate inquiry plans. Two House pages among the dead. Brig. Gen. Bandholtz leads the on site effort amid freezing weather and ongoing hospitalizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delock
James F. Shay
Washington
Bandholtz
eMeper
Canty
Colum BS
Washin
Kr Ohne
Upper Connecticut Avenue
Chicago
W. H. Morris
Buchanan
W. Va
Mr. Morris
Revival Begins With Faithful Interest in Winchester Churches
An intensive revival campaign opens with two services led by Rev. A A and Rev. R B, urging serious prayer and personal renewal. Speakers emphasize God’s power, repentance, and deepened prayer life as the path to spiritual refreshing for Winchester churches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iti
Medan
A. A
Market Street Church
R. B. Neda
Nelson
H. Lacy
Winchester
Peter
God
Churches
Miss Isle Dortch Die in Washington Theater Disaster
Berryville Virginia honors Miss Isle Dortch a member of a prominent family among the dead in the Kntekerbocker Theater disaster in Washington. Her body is expected home for funeral at Grace Episcopal Church with burial at Green Hill Cemetery. She was about 40 and leaves a mother two brothers Tyson and Allen and a sister Selina. she had taught art in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berryville
Knckerbocker Theater
Washington
Berryville, Va
Miss Isle Dorich
Didebi-Ninea
Kntekerbocker
Grace Protestant Episcopal Church
Mr West
Green Hill
Miss Dortch
Tyson Dortch
New York
Opening of the Legion's New Home A Brilliant Opening
National Commander MacNider presides as the legion dedicates its new hall in a brilliant ceremony. Dan Hollenga delivers a notable speech marking the milestone and future goals for the organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legion
Special matinee for children at Empire tomorrow
Ruth Roland scores big at the Empire as the White Eagle Pathe serial debuts. A complete show with feature and serial runs at 2:30 and 4:00, free admission for every child each matinee, plus special violin and piano music and a 10 percent price rise in the evenings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Roland
Demonstration Today by Northern Virginia Power Company
Demonstration today by Ww Monin PS Electric and COPFAPE Space Ane runs until 6 p m. The Northern Virginia Power Company extends an invitation to the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PS Electric
Copfape
THE
Northern Virginia Power Company
Continuous Show at Empire Tomorrow Draws Crowds
A promotional blurb advertises nonstop showings at the Empire tomorrow with matinee and evening screenings. It promises the best pictures and to reveal the truth about husbands, inviting patrons to drop in at any hour for value.
Connner's Bargain Store Seeks Merchandise by Feb 15 1921
Notice to manufacturers in Philadelphia and New York papers advertising Wanted ten thousand dollars worth of first class merchandise to be delivered by February 15 1921 without fail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phila
New York
Lp . Conner’s
Sealed bids sought for mail route between Ohio and Pennsylvania stations
Sealed bids will be accepted for carrying the mail between Ohio and Pennsylvania stations and the Post Office until 12 o'clock noon February 7. W. Stbert P.M.
Chapman’s Auto Sales seeks experienced salesmen for used Fords
Want salesmen to sell used Ford cars must have experience. Chapman’s Auto Sales advertises positions on page 30. A separate notice from the Chamber of Commerce employment bureau seeks two stenographers and offers placement for 2. Apply to Chamber of Commerce on page 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford
Chapman
Employment Bureau of Chamber of Commerce
Apply Chamber Commerce
National Lecturer Lansdon to Speak at Kaufman’s School House
Special notice announces Mr. Lansdon, National Lecturer of the Farmers' Union, will speak at Kaufman’s School House near Stephenson Depot on Wednesday February 1 at 7 30 PM. The event invites local attendees and emphasizes union outreach and community education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lansdon
Farmers’ Union
Wil L
Kaufman's School House
Stephenson Depot
Notice to Dog Owners and Property For Sale
Notice warns dog owners of 1922 dog tax penalties and lists sale ads for an eight room corner house at Fairmont Ave with contact at 444 Fairmont Ave. Another contact at 27 E. Street St. Patrol warns against stolen driving lines tied to Thos Massie sale with immediate prosecution if not returned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairmont Ave
E. Seett St
Patty
Thos. Massie
Hy Boyd
Alice Calhoun Stars at the Empire Tonight
Alice Calhoun headlines at the Empire in a wholesome story about love, changing affections, youth, and a quaint countryside maiden, presented as an entertaining ride with a true to life tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Calhoun
the Empire Tonight
Ovation for Maj Opie at Legion event in Winchester
The article recalls Maj Opie receiving an ovation during American Legion celebrations in Winchester. Commander MacNider could not reach in time due to snow and train delays from Harpers Ferry, leaving Dan Hollenge to deliver the address. A reception and supper followed as the Legion discussed its new home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legion Post
MacNideroe
The
American Legion
Maci
Harpers Ferry
Wittt
M Nider
Washington
Hm Ferry
Winchester
Festivi
MacNider
Dan 8 Eee
Waston
Devel Gad
Chester
Thee
Mander MacNider
Legion
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Associated Press
Knickerway
Cee
Mary “Ayds
Censole
Charles Keller
Theistrict of
Columbia
Armes
Thea
Fort Myer
Christian Science Church
Edward H. Shaughnessy
Senate
Capper
Republican
Kansas
District of Columbia
Frelinghuysen
New Jersey
HOUSE
House of Representatives
Ae * Ew
Repretya i
Minois
Cutler Lattin
Cutler Lattin, Inbeth of Chicago. Lattin
Harding
Wash
Laity
Market St. Chiatch
Gentenary
Mellwee
Dortch
Munity
Miss Dortcchy
Mte
Hattie W. Dortch
Judge Dorteh
North Caro
Lina
Judge
Dortech
Lloyd Williams
Mrs. Dortech
Goodwin H. Winiaend
Ang Ast Armit
Lloyd W. Williams
France
Chateau Thierry
Government
Allen Dortch
South
Selina Dortch
Tat City
National Commant MacNider Snowbelmn
Dan Hollenga
Empire Tomor
Empire Tomorrow
Maj. Opie
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